Bitterroot Valley you said you'd always be there for me

she laughed at the question at first. she wasn't mocking him though, and begins his second lesson in herb gathering. no demonstration this time. but he understood; they were far too precious to waste on an example, so he's left to imagine the texture and taste. what he imagines makes him grimace. blegh. and his tongue rolls out. eat healthy and stay strong. i must never have to eat an herb. only collect. only collect.

how'd you find that out? who taught you that? ghelan stays true to his mantra and continues pawing at any mound of interest.